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Clipping, "Iowa, first in everything" by Hattie Belle Burrell, from an unidentified publication, circa 1918. Originally included with correspondence dated May 18, 1918.

Envelope addressed to Mrs. Carmelite W. Kennedy from the Consolidated Natural Gas Company, circa 1953. Originally contained Wilbur D. Kennedy's military records.

Notecard from [H. Fay?] to Carmelite (Miller) Kennedy, March 4, 1918. Advises not make knitted items for anyone she has overseas, since that is what most people send but to instead send candy, chocolate, and smokes. One handwritten notecard with…

Receipt from the Guaranty Trust Company of New York, Paris Office, February 4, 1919. Credits funds to Wilbur D. Kennedy's account.

Letter from Wilbur D. Kennedy to Carmelite (Miller) Kennedy, September 30, 1917. Acknowledges receipt of handmade sweater, describes leisure activities of self and squadron members on a Sunday (gambling, reading, relaxing), mentions feeling lonesome…

Pocket diary belonging to Wilbur D. Kenney, 1914. Includes daily handwritten notes from January to June on Kennedy's activities while living in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Activities described are primarily school, work, and social outings. Includes…

Last Will and Testament of Wilbur D. Kennedy, January 23, 1918. One typed page.

Officer's record book belonging to Wilbur D. Kennedy, 1917-1919. Includes three remarks from officers regarding Kennedy's service and character, and some detail of his service duties and promotions. Copy 1 of 2.

Officer's record book belonging to Wilbur D. Kennedy, 1917-1919. Includes three remarks from officers regarding Kennedy's service and character, and some detail of his service duties and promotions. Copy 2 of 2.

Letter from Wilbur D. Kennedy to Carmelite (Miller) Kennedy, August 12, 1917. Discusses military training, passing of exams so far, mentions that two men were dishonorably discharged for cheating on exams, the possibility of being sent to France, and…